Patrol Officer

POLICE OFFICER

Job descriptions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the job and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

BENEFITS

Vacation, sick leave, holiday pay, TMRS Retirement, Employer paid; health, dental, vision and life insurance. Certification Pay is being discussed by the City at this time.

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work for the protection of life and property; to maintain order, enforce laws and ordinances, protect life and property within the city by performing a combination of duties: suppressant crime patrol, directing traffic, enforcing State and Local Traffic laws, investigating traffic accidents, preparing and serving warrants, processing both juveniles and adults, protecting and processing crime scenes; and to perform general and specific assignments from superior officers in accordance with established rules and procedures. Follow court procedures for municipal, county and district courts.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be 21 years or older at the time of employment; Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver s license without record of suspension or revocation in the State of Texas within 30 days. Felony convictions and disqualifying criminal histories within the past seven years are not allowed. U.S. citizen. Must be able to read and write the English language. Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits. At minimum hold a Basic Peace Officers License from Texas Commission on Law Enforcement High school diploma. Works on rotating shifts performing security patrols, traffic control, investigation and first aid at accidents, detection, investigation and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct. Maintains departmental equipment, supplies and facilities. Maintains contact with general public, court officials, and other City officials in the performance of police operating activities. Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment; Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers and supervisors Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to meet the special requirements listed below Ability to learn the City's geography. Maintain a professional demeanor. Identify, pursue and arrest suspects of criminal acts. Testify in municipal, county and /or federals courts. Monitor, direct, and enforce traffic laws. Effective written and oral communications skills. Investigate suspicious situations, crime scenes, and accidents to determine if an offense was committed. Maintain chain of custody on property. Process and transport prisoners and maintain all booking, property and status records of prisoners. Secure crime scenes; identify witnesses and suspects, photograph, fingerprint and obtain statements. Make proper notifications. Ability to remember details, organize the sequence of events, and document detailed accounts in writing. Successfully complete the Departments Field Training Program. Assume responsibility for your actions. Consistently demonstrate maturity, honesty, and integrity. Ability to analyze emergency situations and react quickly, calmly, and correctly to act effectively, giving due regard to hazards and circumstances. Ability to function effectively in emergency situations. Ability to be punctual and regular in attendance and to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and overtime, as required. Ability to respond in-person to emergency events as requested. Ability to speak, read and understand the English language and possess good verbal and written skills.